Ghanaian coach Otto Addo furiously engages journalist after record loss to Niger

• Otto Addo's frustrations boiled over after Ghana's shocking defeat to Niger in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers
• The Black Stars coach was involved in a heated debate with a sports journalist after the match
• Under his tutelage, the West African nation failed to pick a win in any of their six AFCON qualifying games

Ghana head coach Otto Addo found himself in a tense exchange with a sports journalist following the Black Stars’ shocking defeat to Niger, which officially ended their 2025 AFCON qualification hopes on Monday, November 18.

The 49-year-old coach faced intense scrutiny after what has been labelled as one of the most dismal periods in Ghanaian football history.

Otto Addo was locked in a heated argument with a sports journalist after Ghana's defeat to Niger in the 2025 AFCON qualifiers. Photo credit: @OsuofficialTV.
Source: UGC

Ghana's AFCON shambles ends on embarrassing note

Under Addo’s watch, Ghana endured six qualification matches without a single victory, suffering three defeats, two of which were at home—a performance that has left fans and analysts questioning the team’s direction.

The Black Stars, who once dominated African football, failed to reach AFCON 2025 in Morocco, a stark reminder of their ongoing struggles.

Niger stun Ghana in Accra

Hoping to end their AFCON qualifiers on a positive note, the Black Stars faced Niger with aspirations of salvaging some pride.

However, they fell short once more, with Ousseini Badamassi and Oumar Sako scoring for the Menas, per Myjoyonline.

According to Ghanaweb, Jerry Afriyie’s goal in the 67th minute was a mere consolation as Ghana succumbed to yet another painful loss.

The defeat underscored a lacklustre campaign for the four-time African champions, who will now focus on World Cup qualifiers in March 2025.

Otto Addo involved in heated discussion

After the match, emotions ran high during the mandatory press conference.

Addo, previously a scout for Borussia Dortmund, got into a heated exchange with one journalist, culminating in a tense moment that saw security step in to diffuse the situation.

This incident further illustrated the mounting frustrations surrounding the Black Stars’ recent performances and the challenging road ahead.

Otto Addo consoles heartbroken Kudus

In a related report, YEN.com.gh shared that Otto Addo promptly approached Mohammed Kudus to offer comfort after the West Ham United midfielder missed a crucial penalty in Ghana’s AFCON qualifier loss to Niger.

Kudus had the chance to equalise in the final moments of the match after earning a penalty.

In a video circulating on social media, Addo is seen rushing onto the pitch to console the distraught player.

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Source: YEN.com.gh